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There’s virtually no household that hasn't experienced laundry gone wrong. In a classic scenario, a family member puts your beloved cashmere jumper from a fancy Parisian boutique you could never afford on your own on a spin of death and it shrinks just like your dreams of putting it on ever again. You try to stretch the fabric until it tears away and this is a farewell you knew was comin’.

In reality, laundry fails are so common, I am wondering how come they’re still not included in the Olympic games... right next to the wine glass breaking race.

Bored Panda has compiled a list full of hand-selected (you bet!) laundry fails that is basically a low-key guide on how not to murder your clothes in what seems like a hundred different ways.

#1

Just Some Regular Rubber Gloves Washing Accidentally Opened The Gate Of Hell

Just Some Regular Rubber Gloves Washing Accidentally Opened The Gate Of Hell

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    The Many Stages In My Sweater's Life

    The Many Stages In My Sweater's Life

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    Laundry is one heck of a stressful business. It’s a wheel of fortune: you pour some soap, set the temp, and hope for the best. The problem is, usually, luck is not on our side.

    With your favorite cardigan and jeans shrunk so that they wouldn’t fit a Barbie doll, you have now become an inaugurated participant in adult world problems. But bear with me, there are some things you may wanna try and do to unshrink your teeny tiny clothes.

    #4

    They Look Dry Enough

    They Look Dry Enough

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    #5

    I Shrunk My GF's Favourite Sweater, But Her Loss Is Oak's Gain

    I Shrunk My GF's Favourite Sweater, But Her Loss Is Oak's Gain

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    #6

    Turns Out Washing Machines Do Eat Socks, But There Were More Surprising Things That We Found

    Turns Out Washing Machines Do Eat Socks, But There Were More Surprising Things That We Found

    Today, my husband got tired of fooling with one of the washing machines that was just not working properly and decided to take it apart, starting with the bottom panel. To his shock, this is what he found... Socks, underwear, a credit card… and that is just what was in the bottom of the machine. When he removed the water pump that removes the water from the machine, he found about $7.00 in change.

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    Reader’s Digest suggests placing your article of clothing in a bowl, filling it with lukewarm water, and adding two tablespoons of gentle shampoo or conditioner. Let it soak for half an hour, decide whether you want to rinse it or leave it on (either way may work), and place your clothing flat on a towel.

    Roll it up so that it remains damp and not soaking wet. Then, unroll the garment, lay it flat to dry, and pin the edges of the garment. At this point, all you need is time and patience. After the garment is finally dry, it should be wearable again.

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    If you fellow Pandas have any other ideas or tricks to unshrink your clothes, feel free to share them in the comments!

    #7

    Sorry For Your Loss Meredith, We Kind Of Shrunk Your Favorite Sweater, But Ella Loves Her New Sweater

    Sorry For Your Loss Meredith, We Kind Of Shrunk Your Favorite Sweater, But Ella Loves Her New Sweater

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    #8

    You Did Not Do Well

    You Did Not Do Well

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How does that even happen and why would you just stand there and take a photo?

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    #9

    These Six Socks Were Washed Together, One Shrunk

    These Six Socks Were Washed Together, One Shrunk

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    #10

    My Pillow Said "Washing Machine And Dryer Safe." I Open Up My Dryer To This

    My Pillow Said "Washing Machine And Dryer Safe." I Open Up My Dryer To This

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    #11

    Washed My Favourite Jumper

    Washed My Favourite Jumper

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    Jill
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ive done this and was absolutely gutted..-it was my favorite sweater. Now it is my favorite very tiny sweater.

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    #12

    Accidentally Washed My Wallet And This Dog Appeared

    Accidentally Washed My Wallet And This Dog Appeared

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    #14

    I Washed The "Antistress" Pillow

    I Washed The "Antistress" Pillow

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    Doggo Georgia
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should be called a gives you stress pillow. *cue tv advert voice* "Gives you stress annndd makes a mess! Try the stress giving pillow today, OR gift it to someone who 'doesn't have enough problems'! Put it in the dryer, makes a fire! Put in the wash, goes kaposh! Neglect it all the time, give it dirt and grime! Order your stress giving pillow today for a super large amount so you can waste money too!"

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    #15

    So My Washing Machine Took A Little Walk

    So My Washing Machine Took A Little Walk

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    Madison Feehan
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *Explanation* If you're doing your laundry (most likely bedding) the sheets can get stuck together in a ball, causing the washing machine to start "walking" away as it spins around the lump of sheets from one side to the other.

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    #18

    Accidentally Put My Wool Hat In The Washing Machine. Label Said Hand Wash Cold

    Accidentally Put My Wool Hat In The Washing Machine. Label Said Hand Wash Cold

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    #19

    I Accidentally Put My Leather Gloves In The Washing Machine

    I Accidentally Put My Leather Gloves In The Washing Machine

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    #20

    Today Is A Pink Day

    Today Is A Pink Day

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    #21

    Apparently Sometimes "Dry Clean Only" Really Does Mean Dry Clean Only

    Apparently Sometimes "Dry Clean Only" Really Does Mean Dry Clean Only

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    #22

    I Feel Guilty For Murdering This Turtleneck

    I Feel Guilty For Murdering This Turtleneck

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    #23

    "I Got A New Sweater Today Because Mom Sucks At Doing Laundry"

    "I Got A New Sweater Today Because Mom Sucks At Doing Laundry"

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    Doggo Georgia
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such a cute dog! And that looks like a real nice fleece sweater, sorry for your loss ☹️. Then again, puppy's gain.

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    #24

    You Would Think They Would Make These Things Waterproof

    You Would Think They Would Make These Things Waterproof

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    #25

    Mom Lesson Of The Day: Check The Pockets Before Doing The Laundry

    Mom Lesson Of The Day: Check The Pockets Before Doing The Laundry

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    Soggy Crumpet
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    4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have done this!! What a massive stresser! Had to call someone out to deep clean the drum and sealer parts. Repair man said it’s actually super common. (Just not common to me!)

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    #26

    You Think You’ve Raised Them To Be Rational Human Beings, And Then You Come Around The Corner And You See This

    You Think You’ve Raised Them To Be Rational Human Beings, And Then You Come Around The Corner And You See This

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    #27

    Did The First Load Of Laundry Of The Decade. 2 Rolls Of Toilet Paper Fell Off The Top Of The Fridge And Into The Washing Machine Without Me Noticing

    Did The First Load Of Laundry Of The Decade. 2 Rolls Of Toilet Paper Fell Off The Top Of The Fridge And Into The Washing Machine Without Me Noticing

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    #28

    Accidentally Chucked My 2-Year-Old's Lovely Hand-Knitted Dress In The Wash And It Came Out Felted, Newborn Size

    Accidentally Chucked My 2-Year-Old's Lovely Hand-Knitted Dress In The Wash And It Came Out Felted, Newborn Size

    After hearing me exclaim "Noooo!", my 4-year-old son came running into the laundry to find out what had happened. He was quick to console me by reminding me that I will soon have a newborn to put it on. What a sweetie.

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    AnaV.
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was also an opportunity to know how sweet and caring your kid is ;)

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    #29

    My Husband Washed His Jeans Today... With A Few Red Car Rags

    My Husband Washed His Jeans Today... With A Few Red Car Rags

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    #30

    Nothing Like Pulling Out A Warm Pillow Out Of The Dryer Right Before Bedtime

    Nothing Like Pulling Out A Warm Pillow Out Of The Dryer Right Before Bedtime

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    Chuckie
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Since i saw how they unpluck those poor geese/ducks, i swore to never use anything with feathers inside.

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    #31

    And This Is Why You Let Your Wife Do Your Laundry And You Do Not Wash 100% Wool Sweaters In Hot Water. I Promise I Could Fit This Yesterday

    And This Is Why You Let Your Wife Do Your Laundry And You Do Not Wash 100% Wool Sweaters In Hot Water. I Promise I Could Fit This Yesterday

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    StinkyMonkey
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lemme fix that for you: this is why you educate yourself before you do something you have no experience with.

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    #32

    I Washed Christophers Work Id And Made Him A Cyclops

    I Washed Christophers Work Id And Made Him A Cyclops

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    #33

    I Accidentally Washed And Dried My $10 Bill And It Shrunk To A Quarter Of Its Normal Size

    I Accidentally Washed And Dried My $10 Bill And It Shrunk To A Quarter Of Its Normal Size

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    #34

    When You Accidentally Put Your Gloves In The Wash

    When You Accidentally Put Your Gloves In The Wash

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    Sarah
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now your lipsticks can get cosy, when they feel cold. And five of them at the same time. How practical!😄

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    #35

    Laundry Fail. One Of Sena’s Favorite Sweaters Is Hers No More

    Laundry Fail. One Of Sena’s Favorite Sweaters Is Hers No More

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    #37

    I Did Laundry. She Lost Her iPhone

    I Did Laundry. She Lost Her iPhone

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    Nikola Murphy
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband did this! We had a newborn and she spewed on our bed. He took the duvet cover off and put it in the wash. Turns out my phone had been on the bed...

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    #39

    Because When Life Gives You Over Sudsy Laundry Problems And Your Kid Is Home On Chanukah Break You Just Have To Make The Best Of It

    Because When Life Gives You Over Sudsy Laundry Problems And Your Kid Is Home On Chanukah Break You Just Have To Make The Best Of It

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    #40

    I Seem To Have Accidentally Shrunk Ed's New Outfit In The Wash

    I Seem To Have Accidentally Shrunk Ed's New Outfit In The Wash

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    #41

    When You’re Having Monday Problems On A Tuesday. Now How In The Heck Am I Supposed To Clean This?

    When You’re Having Monday Problems On A Tuesday. Now How In The Heck Am I Supposed To Clean This?

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    Kate S
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WD40. Scrub off. Then put few damp/wet rags in and few dryer sheets on medium for 10-15 minutes

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    D L C
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Use that Super Cleanser that's hiding waaay in back under the kitchen sink. After that fails, use that Spectacular Stain Cleanser that is hiding waaay in the back under the bathroom sink. Somehow, we know that this won't work either. Then, go buy a new dryer. Be sure to double the cost by insisting on buying a matching washer. Return all super-cleansers to their homes under the sinks.

    GirlFriday
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Run the dryer on high, empty for a complete timed cycle. The ink sets in the dryer drum. You now have a Pollock-inspired dryer drum.

    staygoldponyboy
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband used to leave his gel ink pens in his pockets, so I've done this a time or two. Soak some old towels (things you don't mind discoloring) and dry them on high heat. They will not get all the mess, but a lot of it.

    Roadkill The Brave
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If washer use the highest concentration of isopropol alcohol you can get your hands on. Acetone will work too but it'll strip any protective sealant they've coated your machine in. I used to work in inks and toners. If its a dryer, well you just made some rockin' art for the rest of its life. Once ink has burned into something its almost impossible to get off with any cleaners that won't destroy you're dryer. If you want you can get it sandblasted, re-painted, and re-sealed, but it'll be cheaper to get a new washer. Also don't sandblast dryer whole it has to be in pieces or you'll destroy it.

    Dónal Ó Murchadha
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some damp cloths on a high heat setting and it'll be grand. If the ink doesn't come off, what's the problem?

    Erica Hodges
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have done this a few times. I put damp cleaning rags in and run it a few times and it cleans up the ink

    Cassie
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suggest doing a load of cleaning rags or even running some citric acid through on an empty wash cycle.

    Lisa Shaw
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my kids did this in a load with brand new towels, threw his jacket in because the machine was already running, hairspray removes ink, from all towels, jackets, washer, dryer, I call it the time 3 cans of hairspray saved a 14 year old's life!

    JayWantsACat
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to me at a laundromat, but it was the previous person's pen. Luckily it was just towels and pillow cases.

    Audrey Smith
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That happened to me, just spray it with disinfectant and wipe it with paper towels. You can barely see it.

    Mya Lugar
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hope ypu have some old towels thad need a bath/dry. Alcohol or acitone? Then rinse..don't want a fire

    Lana Clinard
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    old towel and a cheap can of hairspray-spray the ink stain -throw in old towel and put on no heat cycle -repeat as necessary

    Regina Phalange
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wash the laundry w/just a rag inside and let them do the work w/o u needing to

    3ke
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rubbing alcohol works well but mostly on the plastic parts of the dryer.

    JessG
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do it all the time! I love getting ink on everything. Seriously though, OF COURSE it was an accident

    Lois Arrowood
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have. Ruined my white uniform shirt and my favorite lace trimmed blouse.

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    #42

    Really? Seriously This Is Inside Of My Washing Machine. How A Bag Of TJ's Pretzels Got Into My Hamper I Will Never Know

    Really? Seriously This Is Inside Of My Washing Machine. How A Bag Of TJ's Pretzels Got Into My Hamper I Will Never Know

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    Doggo Georgia
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably because someone stashed it to hide it from a food hogger or to save it for a later time.

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    #44

    Farewell, Then, Beloved Jumper. In A Moment Of Distraction, You Were Bundled Into The Wash With Everything Else And Met Your Demise

    Farewell, Then, Beloved Jumper. In A Moment Of Distraction, You Were Bundled Into The Wash With Everything Else And Met Your Demise

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    #45

    Don’t Know How I Managed To Do This Today But Somehow I Did A Load Of Laundry With An Entire Box Of Kleenex In It

    Don’t Know How I Managed To Do This Today But Somehow I Did A Load Of Laundry With An Entire Box Of Kleenex In It

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    #48

    It Won't Give Back My Laundry

    It Won't Give Back My Laundry

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    Scagsy
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those laundry thieves are clearly upping their game. They used to wait until it had being put out on the line. Now this.

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    #49

    Washing Machine Shook The Detergent Off

    Washing Machine Shook The Detergent Off

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    Lisa
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why it's not intended as a shelf. But seriously if it's a flat surface it works.

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    #50

    My Wool Sweater Shrunk In The Wash

    My Wool Sweater Shrunk In The Wash

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    #51

    How To Tell Your Husband You Accidentally Shrank His Favorite Wool Sweater

    How To Tell Your Husband You Accidentally Shrank His Favorite Wool Sweater

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    #53

    My Mom Is Gonna Kill Me

    My Mom Is Gonna Kill Me

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    #54

    When You Accidentally Shrink Your Toddler's Hat And It Doesn't Even Fit Your 6-Month-Old

    When You Accidentally Shrink Your Toddler's Hat And It Doesn't Even Fit Your 6-Month-Old

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    #55

    My So Accidentally Shrunk A Wool Tank Top My Mom Knit Me, But The Good News Is Bagheera Got An Amazing New Dress Out Of It

    My So Accidentally Shrunk A Wool Tank Top My Mom Knit Me, But The Good News Is Bagheera Got An Amazing New Dress Out Of It

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    #56

    I May Have Shed Tears This Morning. Elke's Bowline Sweater Went Through The Wash

    I May Have Shed Tears This Morning. Elke's Bowline Sweater Went Through The Wash

    She literally lives in this mama-made hand-me-down (and that hat). True to her cool form, she took it in stride and requested another one, this time in a very specific shade of kinder bunny blue. Putting all other WIPS aside to get that done for you, sweetie. Should probably track down some superwash though.

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    #57

    My Mom Had To Scan This Pic Of My Dad At A Young Age For My Sister, But She Forgot About It In Her Pocket And Accidentally Washed It. She Is Broken Up Over It

    My Mom Had To Scan This Pic Of My Dad At A Young Age For My Sister, But She Forgot About It In Her Pocket And Accidentally Washed It. She Is Broken Up Over It

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    Elixir
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of phot restoration places could probably fix it a bit.

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    #58

    He Shrunk One Of My Favorite Sweaters

    He Shrunk One Of My Favorite Sweaters

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    #60

    Mad Skillz. Pink Is The New Black

    Mad Skillz. Pink Is The New Black

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    heidi holmes
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Been a victim of this, which is why hubby does not help with the washing machine part of laundry anymore!

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    #61

    I Washed Some Cushions That Got Wet In The Damaged Storage Building. They Exploded. I Closed The Lid And Walked Away. I Quit

    I Washed Some Cushions That Got Wet In The Damaged Storage Building. They Exploded. I Closed The Lid And Walked Away. I Quit

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    #62

    My Fav Sweater

    My Fav Sweater

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    #63

    This Is What Happens When You Accidentally Put Wool In The Dryer

    This Is What Happens When You Accidentally Put Wool In The Dryer

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    #64

    Fixing This Sweater That I Accidentally Washed With A Purple Fluffy Jacket

    Fixing This Sweater That I Accidentally Washed With A Purple Fluffy Jacket

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    #66

    Whoops, I Shrunk This Awesome Sweater From My Gramma. Looks Like My Nephew Is Getting Some Swag

    Whoops, I Shrunk This Awesome Sweater From My Gramma. Looks Like My Nephew Is Getting Some Swag

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    #67

    Laundry Fail

    Laundry Fail

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    #68

    My Stepdaughter’s Unicorn Toy Was Kind Of Dirty So I Thought I’d Be Nice And Wash It

    My Stepdaughter’s Unicorn Toy Was Kind Of Dirty So I Thought I’d Be Nice And Wash It

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    troufaki13
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my God!! Unicorns are endangered species, you can't kill them like that!! pffft

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    #69

    Laundry Fail

    Laundry Fail

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    #70

    When Your Loving Mother Does Your Children's Laundry Whilst You Are Away For The Weekend And Washes Your Baby's Favorite Hand Knit Sweater

    When Your Loving Mother Does Your Children's Laundry Whilst You Are Away For The Weekend And Washes Your Baby's Favorite Hand Knit Sweater

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    #71

    I Kept Thinking About Harry Potter And The Awful Sweater Petunia Tried To Get Him To Wear. Only I Wanted To Keep This One

    I Kept Thinking About Harry Potter And The Awful Sweater Petunia Tried To Get Him To Wear. Only I Wanted To Keep This One

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    #72

    I've Been Doing Laundry For Nearly 25 Years And This Is The Worst Mishap So Far. No Idea What Went So Wrong, But This Blanket Literally Disintegrated

    I've Been Doing Laundry For Nearly 25 Years And This Is The Worst Mishap So Far. No Idea What Went So Wrong, But This Blanket Literally Disintegrated

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    #73

    When Mom Accidentally Shrinks Her New Sweater Down To Havanese Size

    When Mom Accidentally Shrinks Her New Sweater Down To Havanese Size

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    #75

    This Is What Happens When Your Kids Start Learning How To Do Laundry And Accidentally Wash My Sweater

    This Is What Happens When Your Kids Start Learning How To Do Laundry And Accidentally Wash My Sweater

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    #76

    Oh My Poor Little Jumper I Loved So Much. When You Leave Paul Doing The Washing While You're In Rehearsals. Although I've Only Turned Our Washer On Once, So I Can't Really Complain

    Oh My Poor Little Jumper I Loved So Much. When You Leave Paul Doing The Washing While You're In Rehearsals. Although I've Only Turned Our Washer On Once, So I Can't Really Complain

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    #77

    When You Open The Dryer And Your Laundry Looks Like Soft-Serve

    When You Open The Dryer And Your Laundry Looks Like Soft-Serve

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    Alicia Stock
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God, I hate when this happens. I once had to use scissors to rescue some towels.

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    #78

    Don't Be Like Me: Read The Washing Label. The End

    Don't Be Like Me: Read The Washing Label. The End

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    #79

    Well It Finally Happened. I Fell For The Whole Load Of Whites With One Red Thing, Just Like Rachel. It Can Happen To Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere

    Well It Finally Happened. I Fell For The Whole Load Of Whites With One Red Thing, Just Like Rachel. It Can Happen To Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere

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    #80

    Just In Case You Were Ever Wondering, Floppy Straw Hats Don't Do Well In The Washing Machine

    Just In Case You Were Ever Wondering, Floppy Straw Hats Don't Do Well In The Washing Machine

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    Raine Soo
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was wondering what that was. Then, I read the description.

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    #81

    Slight Fail On The Washer Setting For My Big Baggy Blue Sweater

    Slight Fail On The Washer Setting For My Big Baggy Blue Sweater

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    #82

    Good Chance These Won't Be Working Anymore

    Good Chance These Won't Be Working Anymore

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    #83

    I May Have Shrunk This. Dog For Reference

    I May Have Shrunk This. Dog For Reference

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    SoozeeQ
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read that as "I may have shrunk this dog for reference". ;oP

    #84

    My Wife Did Something To My Favorite Wool Sweater. Can't Put My Finger On It, Though

    My Wife Did Something To My Favorite Wool Sweater. Can't Put My Finger On It, Though

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    #85

    When You Accidentally Put A Sneaker In The Washing Machine

    When You Accidentally Put A Sneaker In The Washing Machine

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    #86

    I Decided I Should Wash Everything. So I Threw My Pillows In, They Were Far Below The Fill Line Then They Exploded And Burned. My Washer Is Not Doing Well Now

    I Decided I Should Wash Everything. So I Threw My Pillows In, They Were Far Below The Fill Line Then They Exploded And Burned. My Washer Is Not Doing Well Now

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    #87

    Wash Your White Clothes For Only 0.80 USD Sounded Like A Good Deal To Me. Not Sure If It Really Was

    Wash Your White Clothes For Only 0.80 USD Sounded Like A Good Deal To Me. Not Sure If It Really Was

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    #88

    Any Small Children Out There Needing A Toque That Accidentally Went In The Dryer?

    Any Small Children Out There Needing A Toque That Accidentally Went In The Dryer?

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    #89

    Rule #1 Of Laundry Is Check Pockets. Did Not Remember To Do That This Time. And Apparently There Was A Blue Crayon Somewhere

    Rule #1 Of Laundry Is Check Pockets. Did Not Remember To Do That This Time. And Apparently There Was A Blue Crayon Somewhere

    Inside of the brand new dryer is now blue too. Oops! Sorry.

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    Doggo Georgia
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nice pants! But the dryer'll probably be extremely hard to clean. Ugh.

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    #90

    Note To Self, Check The Label Before Stuffing Unusual Things In The Washing Machine

    Note To Self, Check The Label Before Stuffing Unusual Things In The Washing Machine

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    #91

    Cute Leopard Print Doll Shirt? Or A Human “Dry Clean Only” Shirt? You Decide

    Cute Leopard Print Doll Shirt? Or A Human “Dry Clean Only” Shirt? You Decide

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    Imma
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "dry clean only" on a kids shirt? That sounds ridiculous imo 🙈

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    #93

    So How Does This Happen? Same Washer Load, Same Dryer Load, Different Socks? I Don't Get It

    So How Does This Happen? Same Washer Load, Same Dryer Load, Different Socks? I Don't Get It

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    Remi Flynne
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Different batches at the factory that were paired up post manufacturing.

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    #94

    Washed My Machine Washable Pillows. They Exploded

    Washed My Machine Washable Pillows. They Exploded

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    #96

    Guess I Should Have Read The Care Instructions Before I Washed My Cardigan And Tossed It In The Dryer. Oops

    Guess I Should Have Read The Care Instructions Before I Washed My Cardigan And Tossed It In The Dryer. Oops

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    #97

    Uh-Oh, Looks Like I Need A Lesson In Washing/Drying 101

    Uh-Oh, Looks Like I Need A Lesson In Washing/Drying 101

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    #98

    Pretty Sure This Counts As A Laundry Fail. My Sweater Is Now For A 3-Year-Old

    Pretty Sure This Counts As A Laundry Fail. My Sweater Is Now For A 3-Year-Old

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    #99

    Did You Know This Was Even Possible? It’s Like Something In A Cartoon. Only I Could Fail At Putting Soap In The Washing Machine

    Did You Know This Was Even Possible? It’s Like Something In A Cartoon. Only I Could Fail At Putting Soap In The Washing Machine

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    #100

    I'm Not Entirely Sure What Happened. Dryer Maybe? Anyone Need A Pair Of Weird Sandals?

    I'm Not Entirely Sure What Happened. Dryer Maybe? Anyone Need A Pair Of Weird Sandals?

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    Sonya Jersey
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who washes and dries sandals?? you can wash them with your hands, with soap and a brush for example, in the sink or a big bowl of water

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    #101

    I Really Liked This Sweater

    I Really Liked This Sweater

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    #102

    This Lady's Laundry Today

    This Lady's Laundry Today

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    #103

    This Sweater Used To Fit Me

    This Sweater Used To Fit Me

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    #104

    Sometimes You Learn The Hard Way. I Just Converted My Favorite Hat Into A Perfect Gift For My 10-Week-Old Niece By Accidentally Drying It

    Sometimes You Learn The Hard Way. I Just Converted My Favorite Hat Into A Perfect Gift For My 10-Week-Old Niece By Accidentally Drying It

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    #105

    This Is Why I Am Banned From Doing Laundry

    This Is Why I Am Banned From Doing Laundry

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    #106

    Well, It Was My Favorite Sweater

    Well, It Was My Favorite Sweater

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    #107

    The Moment Kurt Realised He Washed All His Whites In With A Yellow T-Shirt

    The Moment Kurt Realised He Washed All His Whites In With A Yellow T-Shirt

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    #108

    Slight Laundry Hiccup. Perhaps My 2-Year-Old Niece Would Like A Merino Wool Jumper?

    Slight Laundry Hiccup. Perhaps My 2-Year-Old Niece Would Like A Merino Wool Jumper?

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    #109

    How's Your Day Going? My Shirt Got Stuck In The Laundry And That's A Pretty Accurate Representation Of The Trajectory Of My Day

    How's Your Day Going? My Shirt Got Stuck In The Laundry And That's A Pretty Accurate Representation Of The Trajectory Of My Day

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    #110

    When You Accidentally Leave Your Glove In Your Back Pocket Of Your Shorts And Wash Them

    When You Accidentally Leave Your Glove In Your Back Pocket Of Your Shorts And Wash Them

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    #111

    My Sister's Friend's Washing Machine Did This

    My Sister's Friend's Washing Machine Did This

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    #112

    Thought It Would Be A Great Idea To Wash My Dodgeball Shoes

    Thought It Would Be A Great Idea To Wash My Dodgeball Shoes

    Except one got stuck in the dryer preventing the dryer from spinning. And basically melted. The other one was fine. So now I have one perfectly good shoe, one shoe that looks like a shrimp, and wet clothes.

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    #113

    I Put This Sweater In The Dryer

    I Put This Sweater In The Dryer

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    #114

    I Guess I Wasn't Supposed To Put That In The Wash

    I Guess I Wasn't Supposed To Put That In The Wash

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    #115

    Honey, I Shrunk Your Sweater

    Honey, I Shrunk Your Sweater

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    #116

    I’m A Terrible Girlfriend And Accidentally Washed My Boyfriend’s Pocket Watch That He Liked

    I’m A Terrible Girlfriend And Accidentally Washed My Boyfriend’s Pocket Watch That He Liked

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That doesn’t make you a terrible girlfriend. 1. He could have washed his clothes and 2. He could have taken the watch out of his pocket.

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    #117

    Dog Threw Up On The Bed, Fiancee Asked Me To Switch The Laundry When I Got Home. This Is What I Found

    Dog Threw Up On The Bed, Fiancee Asked Me To Switch The Laundry When I Got Home. This Is What I Found

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    #118

    My Big Achievement Of The Weekend

    My Big Achievement Of The Weekend

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    #119

    Hangover Washing

    Hangover Washing

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    #120

    Laundry Fail

    Laundry Fail

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    #121

    So This Was My Favorite Oversized, Tunic Length Sweater That Got Washed And Dried And Now I Feel Like I'm In The Movie "Big"

    So This Was My Favorite Oversized, Tunic Length Sweater That Got Washed And Dried And Now I Feel Like I'm In The Movie "Big"

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    #122

    Rapture? Or Aaron’s New Skinny Jeans?

    Rapture? Or Aaron’s New Skinny Jeans?

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    #123

    Someone Put Their Laundry Detergent In My Washer When My Clothes Were Almost Done. I Had To Wash My Blankets 2 Times After This To Get Their Detergent Out

    Someone Put Their Laundry Detergent In My Washer When My Clothes Were Almost Done. I Had To Wash My Blankets 2 Times After This To Get Their Detergent Out

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    #124

    Post-Flu Sanitize Cycle Of All Bedding And Mike’s Sweater Snuck In. Oops. Lol

    Post-Flu Sanitize Cycle Of All Bedding And Mike’s Sweater Snuck In. Oops. Lol

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    #125

    Oops, Fail Of The Day. From Big To Small

    Oops, Fail Of The Day. From Big To Small

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